IVC Guidance Resources

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

Online Registration has been opened for all students. Students may go into TeacherEase and enter their classes for the 2019-20 school year.

The Counseling Department presented registration materials last week. The attendance for the three meetings was fantastic. Topics covered included graduations requirements, new courses, Co-op, Work-based learning, and more. Click below to see the PDF of all three class presentations. Remember to look at the presentation of next year's grade level.

Monday, December 10, 2018

Seniors should be checking out the 2018-19 scholarship listing. There is a huge range of scholarships with due dates ranging from January to March. The scholarship page has been updated to include over 20 scholarships. Most listed are Peoria area scholarships with a few national scholarships included.

Scholarship listing may be accessed by clicking on the button on the right column or by clicking here.

American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State is a week long program dedicated to providing training for young women in city, county, and state government. They are placed into a two party system and will run for office, campaign, vote, etc.

When: June 16-22, 2019Where: Eastern Illinois University, Lawson HallWho Can attend: Applicants must have just finished her junior year in high schoolCost: The cost for a girl to attend is $250. This fee is paid by the sponsoring American Legion Auxiliary Unit (approval needed)

Friday, November 30, 2018

Dunlap High School is hosting a Career and Technical Information night for any student interested in skilled and technical trades on Wednesday, December 5th from 6:30-8 PM in the Dunlap HS Auditorium. Come hear about opportunities in the Peoria area from local leaders in industry including Caterpillar, ATS, and the Peoria Educational Region for Employment and Career Training.

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

We are very excited about the upcoming senior retreat. Over 40 students have picked up registration sheets. The retreat will take place Oct. 31-Nov. 3 at Eagle Crest Camp in Washburn.

Some neat facts about the retreat...-- The retreat is four days in length and nearly 100% led by a group of six seniors.-- This is the 27th retreat. Over 900 students have attended the retreat over the past thirteen years.-- If a student would like to attend but cannot afford the retreat ($90), there are some partial and full scholarships available if the student comes to see one of the counselors.

Please see one of the counselors for a registration sheet. The sheets are due by this Friday but can be turned in early next week. See any counselor with questions.

One IVC student will walk away with $500 in this year's Voice of Democracy Contest sponsored by our local VFW. Students need to create a 3-5 minute oral essay on the topic "Why My Vote Matters." The competition is open to all IVC students. Deadline is October 31st. Students should see their counselor for registration sheet and rules.

Topic: Why My Vote MattersGrades: 9-12Top Prize: $500Second Prize: $200Due Date: October 31stFor more details: Ask a Guidance Counselor. Entry forms may be picked up from any English of Social Studies teacher.

Basically students will need to write an essay and then transcribe it to an audio file. It is actually quite simple. The teachers at the high school use many different programs to save audio. Students should ask their English teacher if they are unsure what program to use.

Tuesday, October 9, 2018

The Golden Apple Scholarship is available for any senior who is hoping to study in the education field. Students can trade up to $23,000 of tuition support for beginning their career in a high-need school. More information on this scholarship program can be found at www.goldenapple.org with the application found here.

Tuesday, October 2, 2018

The PSAT/NMSQT is a great way to preview and practice for the SAT. It will test the same skills and knowledge as the SAT. When you get your test results, connect your College Board and Khan Academy®accounts to get free personalized SAT study recommendations.

For more information, visit NMSC's website or see the Official Student Guide to the PSAT/NMSQTor the Guide to the National Merit® Scholarship Program(for educators). The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is a cosponsor of the PSAT/NMSQT.

There are 35 spots available. You can sign up with Mrs. Placher in the guidance office. The test will cost $16.00. Checks can be made out to IVC. Payment must be received before test day. We will test on October 10th, 2018 at 8:00 am.

Monday, October 1, 2018

The Sophomore/Junior Retreat is back and coming up soon. All sophomores and juniors are invited to sign up for this overnight event. The retreat will have a variety of activities including high ropes course, paintball, duct tape boat building and more. Two days full of fun and challenging teambuilding activities.

When: Saturday, Oct 13 to Sunday, Oct 14Where: Great Oaks Camp in LaconCost: $45 (covers all food and activities)
The registration sheet is due to Mr. Kosinski by Friday, Oct. 5th. Feel free to call or email with and questions you may have.

Friday, September 21, 2018

Peoria Educational Region for Employment and Career Training (P.E.R.F.E.C.T.) is hosting this year's Manufacturing Tours on Friday, October 19th at Caterpillar followed by lunch and a tour of the Agricultural and Industrial Technologies facility at ICC. Space is limited - contact your Guidance Cousenlor by Friday, September 28th if you are interested!

There is a fantastic program coming up in November for those students interested in the science field. The Ag Lab in Peoria will be hosting a one-day Student Researcher Program for 11th and 12th grade students. Students are selected for this program based on demonstrated skills and merit. Since the program is limited to 48 students in the Peoria area, there is an application process. A program such as this one looks great on college applications.

Students who have interest in the following fields would benefit from attending this one-day program: Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Entomology, Food Technology, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, Physical Science, Plant Pathology, and Plant Physiology.

Turn in your application to your Guidance Counselor by Friday, September 28th!

Thursday, September 20, 2018

The National Alliance on Mental Health is hosting a program at the Chillicothe Public Library on Tuesday, October 23rd at 6:00 PM on Ending the Silence. The program focuses on helping end the stigma surrounding mental health conditions, warning signs of mental illness, and what steps to take if you or a loved on is showing symptoms. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain an understanding of an often-misunderstood topic. Please call the library at 274-2719 with questions.